Nepean Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Parliament Hill
Spend a day enjoying the lively debates, artworks, library and Gothic Revival architecture of Canada’s political heart.
Byward Market Square
Fresh local produce, artisanal handicrafts and historic courtyards are some of the many features of Ottawa’s oldest and busiest market.
Carleton University
Explore the campus of Carleton University as part of your travels around Ottawa. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Rideau Canal
This engineering and scenic marvel fills with pleasure craft in summer and transforms into the world’s longest naturally frozen skating rink in winter.
Canadian Museum of History
Up to 20,000 years of history is showcased in this impressive institution dedicated to life in Canada. It also has a Children’s Museum and IMAX theatre.
National Arts Centre
You can get tickets for a performance at National Arts Centre during your trip to Ottawa. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
Activities
Ottawa: Hop-On Hop-Off Guided City Tour Pass
Ottawa: Canadian Museum of Nature Admission
Secrets of the Château Laurier Hotel Tour
Ottawa Downtown Historic Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Fly over the City of Ottawa in a Helicopter
Ottawa Boat Cruise - Rideau Canal Cruise
Our pick of the best Nepean Hotel Deals
Sandman Signature Ottawa Airport Hotel
Hyatt Place Ottawa West
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Ottawa On The Rideau
Hampton Inn & Suites Ottawa West
Rideau Heights Inn
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Ottawa West - Nepean by IHG
Other neighbourhoods around Nepean
Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park
While you're in Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park, take in top sights like Rideau Canal and jump on the metro at Carling Station to see more of the city.
South End
Consider a visit to South Keys Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in South End. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Greenboro Station or Confederation Station.
Glebe
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Glebe. You might want to make time for a stop at TD Place Stadium or Rideau Canal.
Barrhaven
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrhaven and surrounding area, you can visit Walter Baker Sports Centre and Nepean Sportsplex.
Centretown
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Centretown. Top attractions like Elgin Street and Canadian Museum of Nature are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Parliament Station or Lyon Station to see more of the city.
Old Ottawa East
While in Old Ottawa East, you'll enjoy the sporting events. Catch the metro at Lees Station to see top sights like Rideau Canal while you're in the area.
What kind of hotels are in Nepean?
Are there hotels near Nepean?
- Kanata Hotels
- Gloucester Hotels
- South End Hotels
- Aylmer Hotels
- Barrhaven Hotels
- Civic Hospital - Experimental Farm - Central Park Hotels
- Bells Corners Hotels
- Rideau Township Hotels
- Kanata Lakes - Marchwood Lakeside - Morgan's Grant - Kanata Hotels
- Braemar Park - Bel Air Heights - Copeland Park Hotels
- Centrepointe Hotels
- Hazeldean Hotels
- Sheahan Estates - Trend Village - Arlington Woods Hotels